Aerial Arborist

At VMS Ltd, our focus is simple: delivering safe,innovativeand reliable vegetation managementsolutions while always delivering on our promises. Working across rail, highways, utilities, waterways, localauthorityand commercial environments, wespecialisewhere others fear to go.

Our people are our greatest asset. We invest heavily in training,developmentand wellbeing, creatinglong-term career opportunities through our Lantra Approved Training Division, VMT Training.

Benefits of joining VMS:

• Competitive base salary up to £36,400
• Performance bonus scheme with opportunity to earn up to 20%additionalpay
• Paid overtime opportunities
• 33 days annual leave
• Full PPE and specialist equipment provided
• Ongoing accredited training, refresherqualificationsand planned career progression
• Varied work in specialist sectors and challenging environments

Job Overview

Due to continued growth and increasing contract awards, we are seeking experienced Aerial Arborists to join our expanding teams.

Job Description

The role involves aerial tree work, dismantling, pruning, vegetationclearanceand supporting groundoperations across a diverse range of contracts. Travel, occasional overnightstaysand some weekend work may berequired.

Skills,Knowledgeand Accreditations

• Full UK DrivingLicence
• Strong teamwork skills;
• Punctuality;
• Adaptable attitude
• Minimum 5 years relevant arboricultural experience.
• Chainsaw Maintenance & Cross CuttingFelling & Processing up to 380mm;
• Access a Tree & Aerial Rescue;
• Aerial Cutting of Trees Using Free-Fall Techniques.